11 13 Oil Pan
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW 525i, 2002 BMW 525i, and 2001 BMW 525i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
OIL PAN - TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Type | Thread | Tightening specification | Measure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Oil drain plug | All | M12x1.5 | 25 Nm | |
| All | M18x1.5 | 35 Nm | ||
| All | M22 x 1.5 | 60 Nm | ||
| 2AZ Oil pan on engine block | All | M6 8.8 | 10 Nm | |
| All | M6 10.9 | 12 Nm | ||
| N40 / N42 / N45 / N46 | M8 8.8 | Replace screws | 30 Nm | |
| All others | M8 8.8 | 22 Nm | ||
| Oil sump, lower section to upper section | All | M6 8.8 | 10 Nm | |
| All | M8 8.8 | 22 Nm | ||
| Oil sump bottom section to top section with microencapsulated screws | All | M6 10.9 | Replace screws | 12 Nm |